Social Worker, MSW - Toms River, NJ

Job Title: Social Worker MSW

Location: Central Jersey Behavioral

Department Name: Social Work

Req #: 0000237565

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $43.96 - $43.96 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview :

Central Jersey Behavioral Health is seeking an MSW/LSW to assist patients and their families to obtain the maximum benefits of available healthcare services through psychosocial assessment, counseling, discharge planning and referral services. The Social Worker provides emotional support to patients, either as a group or individual, through the group process and psychotherapy.

Qualifications :

Required :

• Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university

Preferred :

• Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC)

Certifications and Licenses Required :

• Licensed by the New Jersey Board of Social Workers

Scheduling Requirements :

• 8:30am - 5:00pm
• Per Diem
• Some weekend days required

Essential Functions :

• Provides family counseling session whenever possible or clinically indicated
• Participates in monthly Social Work meeting with the Director of Inpatient Social Services
• Participates in and assists in the development of the interdisciplinary treatment planning process
• Adheres to Attendance and Reliability Standards. Gives proper notification for absence or tardiness as per policy
• Implements the policies and procedures of the Behavioral Health facility. Performs interventions in accordance with current policy and procedure, safety guidelines and infection control principles
• Establishes rapport with family or significant other whenever possible or clinically indicated. Involves patient’s family or significant other in formulation of the treatment plan and establishment of effective discharge plans and aftercare whenever possible or clinically indicated
• Facilitates access to community agencies by providing referrals and information to patients, their significant others, community agencies and other community members advocating for patients when necessary
• Short-term counseling; to assist patient in identifying adaptive means of coping through individual and group therapy
• Assesses the patient's psychological, social, medical and substance abuse issues through direct patient interview or interview/ contact with the patient’s significant others with respect to their current needs to establish appropriate post-program care plans and any services that may be necessary while patient is in treatment
• Reviews discharge planning options and evaluates alternatives with patient and their significant others to enhance their acceptance of plans and services
• Intervenes with patients and their significant others to enhance their ability to cope with mental illness, hospitalization, post-hospital care needs, and lifestyle changes
• Performs other duties as directed by Department Head/Supervisor

Other Things to Know:

This job description outlines the core responsibilities of the role, but it’s not meant to cover every task you may take on. As with any dynamic organization, duties may shift over time based on team needs and priorities—and we’re looking for someone who’s flexible and ready to grow with us.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer